During a crucial test over the weekend, NASA's long delayed, ultra- expensive Space Launch System sprang a leak in a hydrogen fuel valve. The previous three attempts were considered failures due to other fueling issues, and this was the fourth attempt.
This latest test was marked as a success despite the recent fuel fiasco.
While most major test goals were met, others weren't and left serious questions about SLS' viability and the Artemis 1 mission's timelines.
The majority of the objectives were met according to the NASA's Artemis launch director. We came up a little short on one of the objectives.
One of the final tests needed to clear a rocket for its maiden voyage is a wet dress rehearsal.
The current Artemis 1 timetable is still being played out by NASA.
"I don't think we know yet," said NASA's deputy associate administrator for common exploration systems when asked about the Artemis schedule.
This seems to be the theme of the upcoming Artemis Moon missions, which may be in general chaos.
The Artemis 1 launch team seems to be in good spirits regardless.
"It's a great day for our team," said Blackwell-Thompson. A very exciting day is what we had today.
NASA's Artemis 1 moon rocket passed a crucial fueling test.
The SLS mega rocket is broken again.
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